C. 1960. These .20 ct. t.w. diamond and enamel earrings from the world famous design firm of Van Cleef and Arpels send a trend-setting message filled with fashionable flair and elan! Fabulous abstract design is compelling, illuminated by the diamond rounds which are destined to catch the light with your every move. Clip, 18kt yellow gold earrings. Exclusive, one-of-a-kind Estate Jewelry.

18kt
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18KT: Karat (abbreviated kt or K) is a unit that indicates the purity of gold in the metal. 18kt is 75% gold. In Europe, 18K yellow gold is most favored and used in jewelry.
Yellow Gold
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YELLOW GOLD: Gold is a precious metal with a natural yellow color. It is quite soft and often alloyed with other metals to increase its strength. The purity of the metal is indicated by a unit called a "karat," with 24kt having the highest percentage of natural gold.

Finish:

Polished
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POLISHED: A buffed-out finish used to produce a mirror-like shine.

Other Material:

Enamel
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ENAMEL: Enamel is a glass-like colored coating which is applied or "painted" over the surface of a piece of metal, ceramic or glass. Enamel is made from powdered glass or an epoxy resin material.

Backing:

Clip
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CLIP: An earring that clips-on with a clamp backing, relying on tension and friction to hold it in place. Perfect for people who don't have pierced ears.

Hanging Length:

7/8 inch

Stones per Earring:

6

Stone 1:

Diamond
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Diamond: The hardest and most brilliant of all gemstones, a diamond can make the heart race with its pure and fiery spark. An ancient symbol of love, a diamond is the preferred gemstone for tokens of affection, such as rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets. Diamond is the birthstone for April.
(Quantity: 12, Shape & Cutting Style: Round Single-Cut
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SINGLE-CUT: A gemstone cutting technique that dates back to the 1300s. Still used today, the single-cut usually features 18 facets that go in one direction without crossing each other.
, Color Grade: G-H, Clarity: VS1-VS2, Weight: 0.20 ct. t.w.)